Meredith Middle School

Meredith Middle School serves students in grades 6th - 8th.

Meredith Middle School shares a football field with the high school next door.

Meredith Middle School utilizes the sports fields of the high school next door.

Meredith Middle School

Public Middle School | Grade 6-8

4827 Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA

Meredith Neighborhood

Des Moines Independent Community School District

675 Students

C-

Niche Grade

GreatSchools Rating

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
14:1

Math Proficiency
36%

Reading Proficiency
46%

C-

Academics

Teachers

Source: Niche

Niche Grade Details

Academics

Reading Proficiency

46%

Math Proficiency

36%

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio

14:1

Teachers

Full Time Teachers

Teachers in First or Second Year

3.7%

Test Scores

Equity

Source: GreatSchools

GreatSchools Rating Details

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor

389:1

Student Diversity

Male

50.6%

Female

49.4%

Black

35.4%

Hispanic

22.3%

White

19.9%

Asian or Pacific Islander

14.5%

Two or more races

7.1%

Native American

<1%

Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander

<1%

School Rankings

#2 Most Diverse Public MS in Iowa

Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

1.0 parent

9/13/2024

teachers will blame you and accuse you of something you didnt do even if you show them that u didnt do it.

1.0 other

7/5/2020

horrible, honestly. unless you have no hope for your kid or you want them to have interesting stories instead of an actual education, don’t enroll your kids here.

2.0 parent

5/27/2015

Some teacher and students at Meredith are occansionly rude. It kinda suck that teachers judge you base on the way they see you. For one example, just because I'm quiet doesn't mean I don't know English. Just because I don't look "normal" doesn't mean that you have to act like I'm from another planet...

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Kevin Holmes

Weichert, Miller & Clark

(515) 715-4181

52 Total Sales

1 in Attendance Zone

$165,000 Price

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226 Total Sales

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$213K - $236K Price Range

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35 Total Sales

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RE/MAX Precision

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List Price Range

$162K - $669K

Homes For Sale

Average Home Value

$288,029

Median Lot Size

10,672 Sq Ft

% Renters

43%

Average Household Income

$82,098

% of College Grads

28.4%

Median Age

Average House Size

1,462 Sq Ft

% Commercial Property

59.1%

Homes for Sale

$165,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
660 Sq Ft

4402 Ovid Ave

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Darson Grantham

Keller Williams Realty GDM

(515) 882-4214

$152,500

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,102 Sq Ft

1946 Franklin Ave

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Darson Grantham

Keller Williams Realty GDM

(515) 855-6496

$269,000

4 Beds
3 Baths
1,386 Sq Ft

2900 Euclid Ave
New 22 days ago

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Matthew Young

Keller Williams Realty GDM

(515) 679-5672

$174,900

2 Beds
2 Baths
909 Sq Ft

2400 45th St

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Angela Glasgow

Realty ONE Group Impact

(515) 417-0994

$195,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,217 Sq Ft

1727 Mondamin Ave
New 2 days ago

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Brooklin Griffis

RE/MAX Precision

(515) 466-5038

$249,900

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,141 Sq Ft

5017 Hickman Rd
New 1 day ago

Charming 1.5-story Beaverdale brick showcasing timeless character and thoughtful updates throughout. Original hardwood floors span the main and upper levels, complemented by a newer roof for added peace of mind. This well-cared-for home features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, along with a finished lowe...

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$259,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
792 Sq Ft

4142 Urbandale Ave
New 1 day ago

Enjoy the best of Beaverdale living in this beautifully updated 2-bed, 1-bath home located just steps from all the neighborhood favorites. Recent renovations bring a fresh, modern feel, including new kitchen cabinets, countertops, and stylish backsplash that make the space shine. Hardwood floors run...

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$169,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
977 Sq Ft

1821 Washington Ave
New 1 day ago

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Tony Sly Keller Williams Realty GDM

$235,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
864 Sq Ft

2525 27th St
New 3 days ago

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Rob Wheeler Century 21 Signature

$260,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,016 Sq Ft

5118 Lower Beaver Rd
New 7 days ago

One owner ranch home in Northwest Des Moines, ~1500 sq ft of living space. Large living room expands to the formal dining space. Hardwood flooring under the carpet on main floor. Large Master bedroom, one of 2 on main floor, full bath with new LVP flooring. Large rooms in basement used formerly as h...

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$105,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
751 Sq Ft

1311 Washington Ave
New 8 days ago

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Mollie Brown Iowa Realty South

$215,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,065 Sq Ft

2318 56th St
New 8 days ago

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$760 - $925 per month

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1 Bath
671+ Sq Ft

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1 Bath

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Des Moines, IA

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1.5 Baths
1,088 Sq Ft

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Des Moines, IA

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1 Bath
650 Sq Ft

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Des Moines, IA

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Hoover High School

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Westchester Park

Grills
Picnic Area
Playground

Ashby Park

Grills
Picnic Area
Tennis

Woodlawn Park

Basketball
Grills
Picnic Area

Ray Schleihs Park

Bike Trails
Picnic Area
Trails

Sycamore Wildlife Area

Bike Trails
Fishing
Trails

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Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50310 Meredith

Meredith Middle School is a public school for students in grades 6-8 in Des Moines, IA and is served by the Des Moines Independent Community School District in Iowa. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 675 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Academic records show that 36% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 46% are proficient in reading. Meredith Middle School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C- and a GreatSchools Rating of 3 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $288,029. Discover additional schools in the area, like Hoover High School, Urbandale High School, Roosevelt High School, and more. Learn more about what Des Moines has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Meredith Middle School.

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